National Route 425
Among Japan’s many mountain roads, few carry the reputation of National Route 425. Known unofficially as the “酷道425” — a pun combining kokudō (national highway) with kokudō meaning “cruel road” — Route 425 has...
Category: Nara
Kuragare Touge
暗峠（くらがりとうげ）is a historic mountain pass on the border between Nara Prefecture and Osaka Prefecture, located on the old Hirano-kaidō route. It is well-known among cyclists for its extremely steep gradients and for its unusual...
Keinawa Cycling Road
The Keinawa Bicycle Route (京奈和自転車道 in Japanese) is a scenic cycling path in Japan, stretching approximately 180 km between Kyoto and Wakayama, offering riders stunning views of both urban and natural landscapes. Around 70%...